Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans
Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans deliver tender, no-soak cranberry beans infused with beer, chicken broth, and picante sauce for deep, robust flavor. Jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and Mexican oregano add warmth and gentle heat, making these hearty beans perfect as a cozy side or a satisfying main alongside rice or tortillas.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Power on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot) and choose the Sauté setting.
- 2
Pour the oil into the pot and let it heat for about 1 minute. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes. Turn off the Sauté setting.
- 3
Add the cranberry beans, chicken broth, beer, picante sauce, cilantro, jalapeño peppers, garlic, oregano, and cumin; stir to mix. Close and lock the lid.
- 4
Select high pressure following the manufacturer's directions; set the timer to 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the pressure to build.
- 5
Release the pressure using the natural-release method per the manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Calories 171.48 kcal Moderate
- Protein 5.63 g Moderate
- Carbs 27.51 g Moderate
- Total Fat 2.12 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.51 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 9.33 mg Low Source
- Sodium 651.57 mg High
- Fiber 2.12 g Low Source
- Sugar 19.17 g High
- Added Sugar 0.03 g Low Source
- Calcium 55.15 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.02 mg Low Source
- Potassium 157.18 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 156.78 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 2.54 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans is a Tex Mex side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Beer, Chicken Broth, Dried Cranberry, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 171.48 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans made of?
- The main ingredients are Beer, Chicken Broth, Dried Cranberry, Fresh Cilantro, Ground Cumin. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 171.48 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
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